Landman Shock Reveal: Ali Larter’s Husband Story Fans Can’t Stop Talking About

Landman actress Ali Larter is making headlines after fans revisited her long-standing relationship with husband Hayes MacArthur following the show’s recent promotional run. The couple, married since 2009, has been a steady presence on red carpets, including for Landman, where Larter stars in the Paramount+ drama. Their relationship story — from meeting on a film set to relocating their family to Idaho — has resurfaced amid growing public interest in the Landman cast. The renewed buzz raises questions about who MacArthur is, what he does, and how the couple balances family life with their acting careers. Here is everything to know.

Who Is Hayes MacArthur?

Hayes MacArthur, known for roles in Life As We Know It, Angie Tribeca, and How I Met Your Mother, first met Ali Larter in 2005 on the set of the comedy Homo Erectus. The two developed a connection during filming, began dating shortly after, and were engaged by 2007.

The couple married on August 1, 2009, in Kennebunkport, Maine, at MacArthur’s family estate. Since then, they have welcomed two children — Theodore (born 2010) and Vivienne (born 2015). While Larter built momentum again through Landman, MacArthur continued working across comedy and television while also embracing a quieter family life outside Hollywood.

What They’ve Said

Larter has spoken openly about their family’s decision to leave Los Angeles at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.

“People look out for each other. There’s a real sense of community here,” Larter told RUE Magazine about life in Sun Valley, Idaho.

MacArthur echoed the sentiment, adding humor to the challenges of rural living:
“The mountains have a way of grounding you and slowing you down — especially when you’re stuck in traffic because there’s a herd of elk blocking the road.”

The actor has also joked about raising his kids with Chicago pride, often sharing photos of them in Cubs gear. His comedy roots come from years training at The Groundlings and living with Seth Meyers’ brother and actor Ike Barinholtz in what they jokingly called “Camp Hollywood.”

Why This Matters for Landman

The personal spotlight on Ali Larter arrives as Landman continues building momentum on Paramount+. Larter’s stable off-screen image — including her long-running marriage and family-centered life — adds to the show’s growing publicity wave.

For fans, her relationship with MacArthur provides insight into the grounded lifestyle she maintains while performing in a major drama series. For the studio, renewed audience interest in her personal life supports the visibility of Landman, encouraging engagement across interviews, press tours, and social platforms.

Upcoming Announcements

With Landman’s viewership rising, more promotional appearances from Larter are expected throughout the season. MacArthur continues comedy work while supporting the family’s quieter life in Idaho.

Paramount+ is also preparing additional Landman featurettes highlighting cast backgrounds — raising the likelihood that Larter will discuss her marriage and family in upcoming interviews.

Sources

• ESPN

• 247Sports

• On3

• Paramount+ Press

• PEOPLE Magazine

• RUE Magazine